Sen Teaching Assistant - Leeds, Full Time

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Ledston; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is seeking a dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistant for Leeds primary schools. The role involves supporting a child with special educational needs on a one-to-one basis, with a pay rate of £92.63–£110 per day.

The successful candidate will be patient, enthusiastic and reliable, and will work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to implement tailored learning plans. Experience in similar roles and 1:1 support is highly desirable, and relevant DBS checks will be completed.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 2 Certificate in Early Years Education or Childcare (advantage).
• Experience with young children in educational/childcare setting.
• Experience providing 1:1 support is highly desirable.
• Basic first aid certification is an advantage but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support to a named child, ensuring they can access the curriculum effectively.
• Adapt learning materials and activities to meet the child’s individual needs.
• Support the child’s academic, social and emotional development.
• Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to implement tailored support strategies and learning plans.
• Assist with behaviour management strategies where required.
• Undertake break time and lunch time duties as directed, supporting the child during unstructured times.
• Maintain strong communication with colleagues and parents/carers to ensure consistent and effective support.

Skills

1:1 support experience

Patience

Communication skills

Education

Level 2 Certificate in Early Years Education or Childcare

Job description

1:1 Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel are looking to appoint a dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join our Leeds Primary Schools. This position will pay £92.63–£110 per day.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, patient and reliable candidate who is confident supporting a child with special educational needs on a one-to-one basis. This role requires a strong passion for welfare, education and child development, as well as the ability to build positive and trusting relationships. Applicants with relevant experience such as a Teaching Assistant, SEN Support Worker, SEN Sport Coach or Healthcare Assistant are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications and Experience:

• A minimum of a Level 2 Certificate in Early Years Education or Childcare is an advantage, but not essential.
• Previous experience working with young children, particularly those with special educational needs, in an educational or childcare setting.
• Experience providing 1:1 support is highly desirable.
• Basic first aid certification is an advantage, but not mandatory.

Responsibilities within this role include:

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support to a named child, ensuring they can access the curriculum effectively.
• Adapt learning materials and activities to meet the child’s individual needs.
• Support the child’s academic, social and emotional development.
• Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to implement tailored support strategies and learning plans.
• Assist with behaviour management strategies where required.
• Undertake break time and lunch time duties as directed, supporting the child during unstructured times.
• Maintain strong communication with colleagues and parents/carers to ensure consistent and effective support.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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